2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 441 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | 9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
